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You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Blend Legal Teaching With Theater and Parenting feat. Keith Shannon and Kara ShannonKeith Shannon is a former lawyer, legal educator, and lifelong theater fan. Kara Shannon is his daughter and creative collaborator. In this episode, Kyla speaks with the father-daughter duo about their journey from legal careers and musical soundtracks to launching Fourth Row Center, a podcast celebrating Broadway and family bonds. Their story is a heartfelt reminder that success can look like connection, creativity, and choosing joy on your own terms.LAWYER SIDE HUSTLESLaunching a podcast wasn’t just a fun hobby for Keith and Kara, it was a way to stay connected, be cr...2025-07-2442 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Combine Law and AI Without Losing Your Mind feat. Austin BrittenhamAustin Brittenham is a first-generation lawyer, legal tech founder, and the creator of 2nd Chair, an AI-powered tool designed to help solo and small firm lawyers work faster and smarter. In this episode, Austin and Kyla talk about space law, law school culture, and what it really means to use your legal education creatively. From debating in high school to launching two startups, Austin proves that you don’t have to follow the traditional legal path to make a meaningful impact.Lawyer Side HustlesAustin’s side hustle is now his full-time gig. He foun...2025-07-1025 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Serve Your Community With Every Case feat. Vernon ThomasVernon Thomas is a military attorney, community servant, and judicial candidate for the 19th Judicial District Court in Baton Rouge. In this heartfelt conversation, Vernon and Kyla reflect on his legal journey—from public defender and prosecutor to staff attorney and JAG officer—and how each role shaped his approach to justice. With lessons from his father, mentorship from respected judges, and deep Southern roots, Vernon is driven by more than ambition—he’s driven by service.LAWYER SIDE HUSTLESVernon’s not one to chase flashy side hustles—his hustle is service. In...2025-05-2937 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Reflect, Reinvent, and Keep Talking feat. Kyla DenanyohWhat do type A lawyers, podcast editing, sweet delusion, and four different recording cities have in common? Kyla Denanyoh. In this solo episode, Kyla celebrates her 10-year law school graduation anniversary and the 5-year milestone of the You Are A Lawyer podcast by sharing 10 things you (probably) didn’t know about her. From launching a podcast with no experience to accidentally becoming a manager again, this is a personal, honest, and very Kyla conversation about risk, creativity, and the joy of just talking.Lawyer Side HustlesYou Are A Lawyer started as a...2025-04-2411 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Find Financial Freedom and Purpose Outside of Traditional Law feat. Tashira HalyardTashira Halyard, a former litigator turned solopreneur, content creator, and activist, joins Kyla to share how she built a career that aligns with her values and creative passions. From navigating law school transfers to launching a blog that became a thriving business, Tashira breaks down what it means to truly own your career choices. If you’ve ever questioned whether you need the “traditional” lawyer path to succeed, this episode is full of insight, encouragement, and real talk about building a life that feels as good as it looks.Lawyer Side HustlesTashir...2025-02-0625 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Embrace Failure and Build Resilience in Law feat. Neena Speer (August 2022)Neena Speer, a published author, founder of a nonprofit, and solo practitioner, joins Kyla to share how she built a purpose-driven career rooted in mentorship, advocacy, and transparency. From creating her nonprofit Step 1-2-3 to writing Dear Future Lawyer, Neena opens up about the challenges of law school, embracing failure, and the power of mentorship to create lasting change. This episode is an inspiring look at how lawyers can turn their personal experiences into impactful careers that align with their values.Lawyer Side HustlesNeena’s side hustles reflect her commitment to...2025-01-3028 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Stay Consistent as a Content Creator feat. Kyla DenanyohKyla Denanyoh is a podcaster, digital educator, and business owner passionate about helping others thrive in their entrepreneurial journeys. In this episode, Kyla shares five must-do strategies for content creators and business owners in 2025, emphasizing the power of being vocal, consistent, and intentional about your work. Through actionable insights and personal anecdotes, she inspires listeners to elevate their brand visibility and embrace new ways to grow their businesses.Storytelling for ConnectionStorytelling is a critical skill for connecting with your audience because it allows you to build genuine relationships, create memorable impressions...2024-11-2806 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawBecome a Part-Time Podcaster feat. Kyla DenanyohKyla Denanyoh, host of the You Are a Lawyer podcast and owner of a podcast management company, shares her insights on the joys of being a part-time podcaster. Kyla wants you to skip the boring stuff involved in podcasting and create! From declining guests to managing burnout, Kyla discusses the importance of embracing amateur podcasting and finding balance in creating content while enjoying other life aspects. Skip the Boring StuffKD Creative was founded by Kyla Denanyoh to help business owners streamline their content creation process. Through her business, Kyla offers services s...2024-06-2007 min
You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Delegate Tasks and Expand Your Podcasting Reach feat. Kyla DenanyohKyla Denanyoh, host of the You Are a Lawyer podcast, shares three significant leaps she has made in her journey as a business owner, mom, and wife in this special bonus episode for Leap Year 2024. From becoming a boss managing a team of four to creatively launching five new podcasts, Kyla reflects on her personal growth, including navigating motherhood during a global pandemic and embracing the value of seeking help. Tune in to discover how Kyla's experiences can inspire and empower you on your own path.Skip the Boring Stuff2024-02-2905 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law[REWIND] How To Take More Risks With Your Law Degree feat. Kyla DenanyohKyla Denanyoh shares her motivation for starting the podcast and how her legal education has impacted her career. She discusses the lack of content and conversations surrounding law school graduates who have not passed or chosen not to take the bar exam, and her desire to create a space for these individuals. Kyla also shares her personal journey, from her childhood dream of becoming a defense attorney to her current role as the operations manager of a law firm. Join us as we explore the stories of law school graduates who have forged their own paths to career success.2023-11-0209 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Support a Podcast: Guest Reviews and Ratings feat. Kyla DenanyohExciting news! The You Are Lawyer podcast celebrates 13,000 downloads! 🎉 Join host Kyla Denanyoh as she shares her gratitude and reflects on the podcast's growth in this BONUS episode.On You Are Lawyer, Kyla highlights the humanity of lawyers and loves to discuss every lawyer's fun, quirky, and unique background. As she celebrates over 100 lawyers interviewed, Kyla is also excited about the consistent growth of the podcast. The podcast provides a platform for lawyers to share their unique stories, both within and outside the legal world. Through these interviews, listeners gain insights into the legal profession and...2023-09-2807 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Grow Your Law Firm with Informal Networking feat. Brent NelsonThe podcast features a conversation with Brent Nelson who shares his perspective on the difficulties of finding time for professional development in a demanding job. Brent emphasizes the importance of Twitter in staying up to date with relevant topics and news in his practice area and using LinkedIn for networking. Brent is also a podcast host of the show, Wealth & Law. The Value of Informal Networking as a LawyerBrent Nelson believes in spending time with people and valuing relationships. Because his work in tax law and estate planning is heavily based on numbers, Brent...2023-08-1034 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Mindset Impacts Bar Exam Passage feat. Yohanna Romero BacaYohanna Romero Baca, a bar exam coach and former immigration attorney, shares her personal experience of not passing the bar exam and how it inspired her to help others succeed. She discusses her unique approach to bar exam preparation, emphasizing the importance of mindset and effective writing skills. Tune in to learn more about Yohanna's expertise and how passing the bar exam can open doors to career opportunities.IRAC Like A ProYohanna Romero Baca teaches her clients how to effectively communicate in writing using the IRAC format, but she also goes beyond that. She...2023-08-0326 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Stay Motivated in Your Legal Career feat. Luis ScottLuis Scott, managing partner of Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, an eight-figure law firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, shares his journey from growing up in a poor family to becoming a successful lawyer and business owner. He discusses the importance of making a massive contribution to his family and how his firm's commitment to excellence has led to its success. Tune in to hear more about his story and his unique perspective on life.From Riches to Generosity: Using Wealth to Make a DifferenceGrowing up in a financially disadvantaged family, Luis felt...2023-07-1320 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Clerkship Transparency Creates Stronger Lawyers feat. Aliza ShatzmanAliza Shatzman is a judicial clerkship advocate. After a poor clerkship experience, Aliza created the Legal Accountability Project to bring transparency and accountability to the federal clerkship process. Find out how this pioneer and founder ensures the next generation of clerks is protected from bad judges. The Power of Judicial ClerkshipsClerkships are an important tool for lawyers interested in working in academia, trial lawyers, and Big Law associates, and they are a great way to hone your legal writing and reading skills. During the spring semester of 1L year, many law students participate in o...2023-07-0640 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law[REWIND] Lawyer and Energy Coach explains How To Avoid Career Burnout feat. Emily HirsekornWhat happens when two people nudge you to leave your job and you get approval from a respected colleague to do something else? Emily Hirsekorn ran with these hints for her to pursue something else and Emily has created a career of encouraging others to challenge themselves.Emily Hirsekorn was a corporate lawyer turned volunteer turned law school career coach turned energy coach. Currently, Emily Hirsekorn offers weekly or biweekly sessions in energy support to assist emerging lawyers with their careers. Emily explains that there is energy in how we show up and the things we are doi...2023-06-2935 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Negotiate Like a Disruptive Lawyer feat. Bill Mitchell"Trial Bill" or Bill Mitchell turned a $66,000 decision into a million-dollar law firm. Experience indeed makes the best teacher because Bill Mitchell didn’t know anything about evaluating cases when he accepted a $75,000 trial case. With one goal, to exit the case before years were spent on litigation, Bill earned a grand $66,000 for this case. The referring attorney rewarded Bill with so much work that Bill eventually founded the law firm Cruser Mitchell and began teaching others how to negotiate. Contact Kyla Denanyoh (kyla@youarealawyer.com) for a copy of Bill's book, The...2023-06-2227 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law[REWIND] Frequently Asked Questions about Podcasting with Kyla DenanyohListen as Kyla Denanyoh, a podcast launch coach, media agency owner, and podcast host answers frequently asked questions from the podcast audience and social media. Questions include topics like: Is Kyla married to a lawyer? Can podcasting be a full-time job? How does Kyla choose guests for the You Are A Lawyer podcast?Together with her best friend Lauren, Kyla answers frequently asked questions and gets vulnerable about her life behind the microphone.Join the FREE mailing list and get behind-the-scenes content from Kyla.1) Visit www.youarealawyer.com2) Add your...2023-06-1532 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Become an Exceptional Lawyer feat. Marco BrownMarco Brown earns a lot of money and enjoys being a lawyer. But the truth is, Marco didn’t become an exceptional lawyer until he forced clients to pay for the exceptional work completed by his law firm. In Episode 92, Marco Brown discusses the power of communication and why he uses money to create an exceptional law firm.What Can You Do With a Law DegreeYoung lawyers need to understand that the most important people you will ever have in your legal practice are not the judges; they're not the partner wh...2023-06-0827 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Revitalize Your Legal Career with Coaching feat. Whitney HarveyWhitney Harvey worked for over a decade in personal injury law before becoming an entrepreneur and running her career coaching business. But unlike your typical lawyers, Whitney wants women lawyers to STAY in the law by considering different practice areas, editing their resumes, and improving their soft skills to create their own success. This podcast is available on YouTube podcasts, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more. You may also watch the episode on YouTube. Welcome to the You Are A Lawyer podcast! Founded in 2020, this podcast promotes lawyers with side hustles, cool ambitions, and incredible...2023-05-2531 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law[REWIND] How to Create a Fast-Growing Law Firm feat. Ali AwadAli Awad became a social media mogul and edutains (educates and entertainers) others about personal injury law and how to excel with social media. After realizing that Ali Awad was a natural salesman, Ali Awad found that his authenticity and natural acting skills attracted millions of social media followers. Now, Ali Awad teaches others to build a brand online and Ali Awad manages a multi-million dollar personal injury law practice.Listen to learn:How to attract clients from social mediaThe importance of having a hustler mentalityHow to build a business with nothingWe also discuss:...2023-05-1836 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Skip the Boring Stuff in Podcasting feat. Kyla DenanyohReady to clear your to-do list? Skip the boring stuff and stop editing your podcast, uploading content at the last minute, and sitting on content. Work with KD Creative to hire a podcast manager so you can create faster and skip the boring stuff. Visit skiptheboringstuff.com for more details. You’re the talent! Go back to recording and skip the boring stuff. About the EpisodeYou Are A Lawyer helps new lawyers and law students discover non-traditional and unique jobs, career changes, and interests. Kyla Denanyoh began You Are...2023-04-1304 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Social Work Impacts the Lawyer Mental Health Crisis feat. Sara EllisSara Ellis, a Lawyers Depression Project board member and social work student, explains why the legal community must create better messaging and more empathy for mental health issues. After attending law school at the University of Tennesee, Sara thought it was a natural progression to earn her Master’s Degree at the University of Tennessee. Because Sara enjoyed her copyright course while an undergrad, she wanted to continue focusing on musicians and working in IP law. Sara practiced music copyright litigation for ten years and left this practice because of the long work hours, which often inc...2023-04-0619 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow a Tech CEO is Disrupting a Billion-Dollar Industry feat. Joshua SchwadronWhat Can You Do With a Law Degree? Joshua Schwadron became a legal tech founder and CEO because he wanted to improve the lives of people affected by accidents. Traditionally personal injury law firms are all about settling a case and minimal client involvement while they work on the issues. Mighty develops products that will aid the client, like interest-free friends and family loans, which allow the client to get money to handle their bills without dealing with that issue themselves and adding chaos to a relationship. While Joshua Schwadron believes that ma...2023-03-2319 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy Data Driven Lawyers are Better Lawyers featuring Laurie PascoeLaurie Pascoe practiced law for 40 years while writing more than 50 law articles and working with countless clients. Laurie’s current passion is inspiring lawyers to innovate their law practices with legal service applications. In this episode, Laurie explains the value of thinking like a client and learning to analyze everything.Advertiser: Journey and Practice offers The Heart-Centered Lawyers Membership, a community of law students, grads, and lawyers who participate in self-care activities to improve their legal journey and practice. Visit https://journeyandpractice.com/services and enroll with code "podcast" for a special rate....2023-03-0231 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Build a Business Abroad featuring Christine JobAt 17 years old, Christine Job said she would live abroad in Spain. And she made it happen. After traveling to numerous countries, Christina made a home in Spain five years ago. She teaches women of color to build businesses abroad to sustain their travels and hosts the Flourish in the Foreign podcast.Christine Job's BackgroundChristine Job studied business as an undergrad but needed help figuring out where to use her experience. The economy was terrible in 2009, and Christine needed a job that utilized her new college degree. So Christine took a gap year before...2023-02-2341 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Prepare for Success (and Achieve It) featuring Nick TroxelNick Troxel believes that you can do anything with your legal education if you are willing to work hard. Hard work and sacrifice will allow you to reach your goals, but you must first establish your goals. In April 2022, Nick bet the Philadelphia Eagles would win Super Bowl LVII. On Sunday, February 11, 2023, the Philadephia Eagles are playing in the Super Bowl, and Nick is traveling to attend the game with his father. This is an example of why flexibility is a big perk to any business owner!Nick Troxel is not afraid of hard work...2023-02-0917 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law2023 Podcast Update featuring Kyla DenanyohThe You Are A Lawyer Podcast promotes lawyers who make fearless career changes, pursue ambitious side hustles, and create extraordinary lives. More than 70 guests have been interviewed since the podcast began in April 2020 and Kyla Denanyoh is still having fun. In this bonus episode, Kyla celebrates podcast milestones, and behind-the-scenes details about You Are A Lawyer. This Southern University Law Center graduate is embracing her life as a podcaster and YouTuber and interviewing a Southern University Law Center graduate every podcast season. Send an email if you know the two guests featured in that s...2023-01-1209 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow the You Are A Lawyer Podcast is Humanizing LawyersLawyers can do anything. Every week, Kyla Denanyoh interviews a game-changing lawyer to discuss how their legal education impacts their life. Because whether you’re working as an artist, tech investor, yogi, or blogger, if you’ve graduated from law school, YOU ARE A LAWYER.By sharing their experiences during and after law school, podcast guests expose how law school promotes competition and perfectionism and their creativity and talents are often hidden. Until now. You Are A Lawyer promotes lawyers and law school graduates with exciting hobbies, interests, and career changes. This podcast will...2023-01-0903 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Crimmigration Law is Changing America (and Why It Matters) featuring Sabrina ThompsonSabrina Thompson didn’t enjoy her immigration law class and was happy to discover crimmigration law (criminal defense + immigration representation) to advocate for immigrants. Find out how traffic law intersects with crimmigration law in Episode 72 of You Are A Lawyer.Crimmigration law is an intriguing combination of criminal defense and immigration law and Sabrina Thompson loves it. As the daughter of immigrants (from St. Kitts and Haiti) Sabrina grew up understanding the challenges of immigrants and wanting to advocate for them. After interning in prosecution offices, a criminal defense law...2023-01-0523 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Modernize Personal Injury Law (and Law Firms) featuring Jonathan RosenfeldLISTEN TO LEARNWhy law school doesn’t teach anything about running a businessLaw firms do not have to be elitistPeople underestimate all the work it takes to become successfulWE ALSO DISCUSSThe benefits of interning in law schoolMost lawyers don’t know what kind of law they want to practiceHow to problem solve while being outside (and surfing, biking, hiking, or swimming) Watch this interview with Jonathan Rosenfeld on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QDf2gvSL1kIAfter interning with a per...2022-12-2216 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Subscription-Based Legal Services are Providing Access to Justice featuring Mathew KerbisSubscription-based law firms are shaking up the legal practice in BIG ways. Many actions that lawyers complete, drafting documents, reviewing files, monitoring trademarks, etc. can be paid for on a subscription model and Mathew Kerbis wants to convince you of this. And you will believe him. Kerbis, as he prefers to be called, even shared the magic of subscription-based legal service with his employer. The insurance defense company ultimately decided to keep their billable hour requirements, but this did not deter Kerbis. Transparent pricing, transparent agreements, and having the feeling that you could do th...2022-12-0836 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Podcasts Can Save Your Life (And Boost Your Law Practice) featuring Robert IngallsRobert Ingalls is the Chief Podcast Strategist of LawPods, a full-service podcast production company for lawyers. After a book led him to a podcast, Robert was impressed by the numerous podcast topics and diverse content offerings. Robert Ingalls began his own podcast, then consulted with others about how to start their podcasts. Later, Robert Ingalls used his experience to create LawPods and take the stress out of podcasting for lawyers. Listen to learn:Why changing your mindset can change your lifeThe importance of changing your career if your mental health suffers while practicing lawHow others turn t...2022-11-1737 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawSeason Four Finale featuring Kyla DenanyohKyla Denanyoh shares TWO big announcements in this bonus episode of You Are A Lawyer. Listen to find out what was special about Season Four and what to expect in Season Five of the podcast. You can also WATCH this bonus episode: https://youtu.be/paRe5CQZMRQWatch the last You Are A Lawyer YouTube video here. You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/Twitter: https://twitter.com/YouAreA_Lawyer2022-11-1004 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Have an Amicable Divorce featuring Nicole KobisNicole Kobis became a family lawyer and mediator after a clerkship sparked her interest in this legal field. After realizing that she could advocate for families with malice or deceit, Nicole Kobis used her mediation training to ensure that family members were protected and treated with respect and dignity in every divorce, separation, or other family law proceeding. Listen to learn:How compartmentalizing allows you to prioritize clients and protect your mental healthThe importance of the Women’s Rights Law Reporter at Rutgers School of Law-NewarkHow improving your listening skills can...2022-11-0327 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Comedy Made Me a Better Lawyer featuring Joel OsterJoel Oster became a comedian so that he could keep his CLE students awake. After realizing that he enjoyed making people laugh, Joel Oster began to study how to be funny, the art of writing jokes, and attending comedy open mic nights. All of this occurred while Joel Oster is practicing law. Listen to find out why your JD can make you stand out, even as a comedian. Listen to learn:What it means to identify as a lawyerWhy every lawyer is a constitutional lawyerHow to become a better comedian ...2022-10-2732 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy Legal Incubators are Creating Better Lawyers featuring Anne-Marie RabagoAnne-Marie Rabago founded Modern Juris, a legal incubator that she could mold and guide because other incubators were too restrictive. After realizing that many lawyers lacked the practical skills needed to practice law and sustain their businesses, Anne-Marie Rabago filled the void in the market with her own experience. Now, Anne-Marie Rabago teaches lawyers to work with the clients they **want** and to structure their lives to sustain their businesses and later, thrive in business.Listen to learn:How a legal incubator helps you understand the business of law practiceThe...2022-10-2043 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow I Graduated from Law School with Honors After I Failed Out feat. SeNita McRaeSeNita McRae intentionally attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities for all three of her degrees. After her family tried to convince her to attend law school, SeNita McRae decided to earn a Master’s Degree in Public Administration instead. This degree inspired SeNita to advocate for women’s rights which, again, made SeNita look toward law schools. After finishing law school and taking the bar exam while pregnant, SeNita found a unique way to combine her broadcast journalism, public administration, and law degrees. Currently, SeNita McRae uses her experience to modernize and str...2022-10-1336 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Value Your Talents and Discover Career Success featuring Megan SmileyMegan Smiley became a life coach because she wanted to inspire others to find their special talents and strengths. After realizing that she was uncomfortable in traditional legal jobs, Megan Smiley became the Director of International [non-JD] Programming. Between her love for travel and the need to travel to create business relationships, Megan Smiley visited more than 58 countries. Now, Megan Smiley interviews former lawyers on The Lawyer’s Escape Podcast and works as a life coach. Her coaching work inspires people to find life and career happiness as well as find spaces that value thei...2022-10-0622 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Philanthropic Giving Promotes Diversity and Opportunity in Higher Ed featuring Jera OliverJera Oliver became a Director of Development because she could see inequitable situations everywhere. After realizing that money is a tool, Jera Oliver learned to use fundraising and philanthropic giving to direct resources to the things that matter the most to her. Now, Jera Oliver advocates for equity in higher education institutions, working within and for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at THE Ohio State University. Jera Oliver promotes diversity and maintains that money can change lives: whether its' large groups of people with small amounts of money, or small groups of people with large amounts o...2022-09-2924 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawLearn to Monetize Your Passions as a Travel Blogger featuring Francesca ChangFrancesca Chang had no idea that learning Mandarin would change her life. The language inspired her father to revisit his motherland and Francesca Chang became obsessed with traveling, writing, and sharing her adventures in Taipei, Taiwan. Now, Francesca Chang hosts the bilingual YouTube channel, Attorney On A Journey, and coaches people how to monetize their passions. Listen to learn:How to leave the law and discover what makes you happyThe challenges of working for a solo practitionerHow a life coach can motivate you to change your lifeWe also discuss...2022-09-1518 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Budget Like a Lawyer and Become Financially Free featuring Rho ThomasRho Thomas became a money coach after she paid off multiple six figures of school debt. After realizing the power of paying more than minimum payments for bills, Rho Thomas created a blog to track her processes. Once friends and coworkers began to seek out Rho to help them find financial freedom, Rho realized that she would enjoy being a financial coach. Rho Thomas stopped practicing IP law to focus on the Wealthyesqe Podcast and helping lawyers improve their money mindsets. Listen to learn:Why lawyers need personal finance skills Th...2022-09-0127 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Sales Funnels Create Million Dollar Law Firms featuring Sam MollaeiSam Mollaei decided to attend law school because everyone around him was interested in law school. After realizing that traditional law firms did not fit him well, Sam Mollaei began studying YouTube, business books, and mentorship to create a business for himself. After discovering how multi-billion dollar companies earn money from sales funnels, Sam Mollaei decided to use the sales funnel process in law firms. Now, Sam Mollaei owns seven law firms and teaches others to create their own businesses through Legal Funnel.WATCH THIS INTERVIEW between Sam Mollaei and Kyla Denanyoh now on...2022-08-1818 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawMultiple Career Changes Inspired Me to Become a Career Strategist featuring Michelle ThompsonMichelle Thompson worked for not-for-profit organizations until the stress of her demanding career and poor coping mechanisms challenged her health. With the urging of her spouse, Michelle earned her Ph.D. and became an adjunct professor. Now, Michelle Thompson is the founder and career strategist for Resistant Vision, where Michelle teaches women to calm their nervous system, clarify what they want from life, and commit to taking steps to complete their vision. Every day, Michelle Thompson continues to work as the woman she needed when she was earning her Ph.D. and J.D....2022-08-0433 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy I Withdrew from the Bar Exam After I was Bullied Into Retaking It featuring Kate DwyerWhen a tweet about withdrawing from the bar exam went viral, Kate Dwyer embraced the attention and interacted with hundreds of people about how to trust yourself and your journey. After working as a paralegal in a plaintiff’s attorney and immigration office, Kate decided to attend law school and develop more practical legal skills. So when Kate Dwyer failed the bar exam, then withdrew from the next exam, Kate had to change her career plans. At the time of the recording, Kate Dwyer was a fellow with the Center for Public Interest Advocacy and Collaboration, where she was a...2022-07-2139 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawLLM vs JD: An Argument for Alternative Legal Degrees featuring Morgyn JonesMorgyn Jones moved to Cincinnati to spend time in the big city. However, Morgyn Jones didn’t know that her first legal career would connect her with a mentor and the inspiration needed to obtain an LLM in data privacy and intellectual property. After working in patent prosecution administration, now Morgyn Jones is a corporate paralegal for a biotech company, a role that was created for her unique skills and abilities as a law school graduate.Listen to learn:How to get over imposter syndromeThe importance of using your law de...2022-07-1032 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawDigital Creators Have Unique Legal Issues (And Lawyers Must Take Notice) featuring Jon TobinJon Tobin is the founder and partner of Counsel for Creators, a law firm that protects the designs, creations, and intellectual property of creators. Jon left college to participate in the Dot Com boom, Jon Tobin used his design and software background to work in the tech industry. After gaining a thorough understanding of IPOs, business formation, and observing entrepreneurs, Jon Tobin decided to finish college and attend law school. Now, Jon Tobin focuses on business activities, like hiring and growing Counsel for Creators.Listen to learn:How a college...2022-07-0724 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow a Health Scare Made a Patent Prosecutor Change Careers featuring Krista Contino SaumbyKrista Contino Saumby became a patent prosecutor and worked at the big law firms that intimidate everyone. This happened after Krista studied mathematics, became an electrical engineer, and took multiple bar exams. After realizing that stress from her career was negatively affecting her health, Krista Contino Saumby worked with a career coach to determine what she wanted from her career. Now, Krista Contino Saumby is the founder of The Law Bridge.The Law Bridge helps first-generation lawyers understand general professional skills and how to avoid major pitfalls in their c...2022-06-2324 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom Intern to Data Privacy Counsel featuring Terrance PryorTerrance Pryor has an atypical legal career because he was an atypical law student. Terrance attended law school for five years as a part-time student, transferred from one school to Georgia State Law, and started working in two new legal fields before they were cool. Terrance is a former Division I football player and leaves a great impression on everyone he meets, which is seen in how he builds rapport with people and takes advantage of incredible opportunities when they appear. Now, Terrance Pryor is the in-house counsel for data and privacy operations at General Mo...2022-06-0932 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Maternity Leave Sparked a Real Estate Law Practice featuring Rebecca LarsonRebecca Larson became the owner and founder of Your Home Legal, a real estate law firm even though she had no interest in property law or real estate while in law school. After a colleague asked Rebecca to cover their real estate closings for a few months, Rebecca Larson realized that she REALLY enjoyed real estate law and all of its nuances. Now, Rebecca Larson works on risk mitigation and management between real estate buyers and sellers.Listen to learn:How to find the motivation to take the bar exam m...2022-05-2633 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawSeason 3 Wrap Up with Kyla DenanyohKyla Denanyoh is bursting with energy and excitement because of THREE huge things. First, there is a You Are A Lawyer newsletter that is released on the opposite weeks of the podcast episodes and you need to join it and find out what is happening behind the scenes with the podcast. Second, if you are interested in weekly You Are A Lawyer podcast episodes, let Kyla know all about it. Email kyla@youarealawyer.com and tell Kyla that you want WEEKLY You Are A Lawyer podcast episodes. Third, in celebration of...2022-05-1206 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy I Switched Sides; From Prosecutor to Criminal Defense Counsel featuring Christon HalkiotisChriston Halkiotis always knew that she wanted to become a prosecutor. After interning with the District Attorney’s office as a 3L, Christon Halkiotis excelled as a prosecutor where she participated in more than 300 bench trials and 35 jury trials. In 2019, Christon Halkiotis opened her law firm where she serves criminal defense clients. Listen to learn:How to be a zealous advocate for your clientThe importance of the personal relationships between lawyers and criminal defendants (and having a physical office for clients to visit)How to become a court-appointed attorney on the...2022-04-2827 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Increase Your Value with Non-Linear Career Moves featuring Jaya SaxenaJaya Saxena practiced law for a few years before working in law school administration and back to a law firm, but focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Now, as the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at The Brattle Group, Jaya Saxena creates strategy and acts as an internal consultant to ensure that DEI is represented in all aspects of the company.Listen to learn:How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a cross-functioning role, regardless of where the program is housed in a company. DEI is not strictly...2022-04-1432 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Start a Law Firm Right After Graduation featuring James Mattox IIIJames Mattox III intended to become a parole officer before a college professor encouraged him to impact more lives by becoming a lawyer. James Mattox III started law school without knowing anyone who looked like him or came from a small town. Now, James Mattox III is co-founder of the law firm that specializes in personal injury, bankruptcy, and Texas family law.Listen to learn:Advice for cofounding a law firmWhy bankruptcy and personal injury law pair are complementary practicesThe benefits of virtual law firms for new lawyers2022-03-3128 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Bold Women Lawyers are Changing the Rules featuring Sharon ChristieSharon Christie began teaching women lawyers to run successful businesses. After realizing that she no longer loved being a partner in a law firm, Sharon Christie set up her own law firm where she worked on disability cases. Now, Sharon Christie created Bold Women Lawyers, where Sharon coaches and consults with female lawyers with solo or small practices.Listen to learn:How to create a social security and disability law practiceThe importance of leaving the law when it no longer suits youHow to look at different areas of law before leaving the practiceHow t...2022-03-1733 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy High School is the Right Time to Start Thinking about Law School featuring Jolene BlackbournJolene Blackbourn ignored moot court, law review, and on-campus interviews; everything she could to avoid litigation. After a professor explained that Jolene had a knack for litigation work, Jolene Blackbourn found that she enjoyed the research and preparation needed for trial. Eventually being known as the “Trial Queen,” Jolene excelled when she worked in-house on corporate defense matters. Now, Jolene Blackbourn runs The Legal Learning Center, where she helps students graduate in less time and with less debt.Listen to learn:How to find your debt to income ratio before atte...2022-03-0331 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom Software Developer to Lawyer and IT Director featuring Devin ZitoDevin Zito studied computer information before creating a company that wrote code for financial companies. After being encouraged by his wife to attend law school, Devin Zito studied as a part-time student in both the day and evening programs at Southern Law because Devin wanted to continue running his technology company. Now, Devin Zito is the Director of Information Services and Corporate Counsel at Assurance Financial.Listen to learn:How to attend law school while running a businessThe importance of using your college credits to prepare for law schoolWhy your...2022-02-1723 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy People Avoid Estate Planning (And How Lawyers Can Change This) featuring Justin StiversJustin Stivers is the founder and CEO of The Probate Law Firm. Once told that he could do anything with a law degree, Justin Stivers went to law school after a non-traditional path. After living in Honduras with the Peace Corps and considering a career as a scuba instructor, Justin Stivers found that being a lawyer was a great career for him. Justin Stivers decided to use social media to teach others about probate law and estate planning. After challenging himself to create content every day for a year, Justin Stivers found that consistency a...2022-02-0328 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy I Never Mention My Yale Law Degree featuring Elisabeth SteeleElisabeth Steele worked in the White House as a Special Assistant to Thurgood Marshall Jr. before attending law school. Then, Elisabeth Steele taught others through online undergraduate programs, where Elisabeth realized that a genuine connection could be built virtually. Elisabeth Steele recently left the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where she was the Director of Admissions. Now, Elisabeth Steele teaches educators and lawyer-types to communicate online.Listen to learn:How to be confident through virtual conference platforms (Zoom, Skype, Teams, TikTok)The importance of choosing to do what y...2022-01-2026 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Technology is Changing Law Firms (and Why Lawyers Don't Know It) featuring Maya MarkovichMaya Markovich is the Chief Growth Officer at Nextlaw Labs, a legal innovation organization founded by Denton’s. After working as a change management consultant, Maya Markovich took her interest in technology to propel legal tech innovations. If you are seeking mentorship or want to discuss law and tech, contact Maya Markovich at maya.markovich@gmail.com.Listen to learn:How legal innovation will make law firms become client centricThe importance of project management in law firmsHow law firms can overcome the productivity paradoxWe also discuss:Why le...2022-01-0624 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Knock Out the Bar Exam featuring Caroline VickersCaroline Vickers became a coach for repeat and first-time bar exam takers. After Caroline Vickers started coaching her friends who were taking the bar exam, Caroline Vickers noticed that multiple people had the same issues with their mindset. After realizing that the confidence and mindset of repeat bar exam takers was lacking, Caroline Vickers created Bar Prep Champs and incorporated group coaching for participants. Listen to learn:How to change your mindset to pass the bar examWhy repeat bar exam takers have difficulty with the examHow to write for the bar...2021-12-2326 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom $40k a Year to a Million Dollar Month featuring Ali AwadAli Awad became a social media mogul and edutains (educates and entertainer) others about personal injury law and how to excel with social media. After realizing that Ali Awad was a natural salesman, Ali Awad found that his authenticity and natural acting skills attracted millions of social media followers. Now, Ali Awad teaches others to build a brand online and Ali Awad manages a multi-million dollar personal injury law practice.Listen to learn:How to attract clients from social mediaThe importance of having a hustler mentality How to build a business with nothingWe...2021-12-0936 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow SettleShark Helps You Get Your Money Back (Legally!) featuring David OrozcoDavid Orozco has not sat for a bar exam, but David has not removed the option of ever taking a bar exam. David creates businesses and teaches with this same anticipation or expectation to be surprised by what will happen next. As an undergraduate student at New York University, David Orozco took a Civil Liberties elective in his final year of school. This course piqued David’s interest in becoming a lawyer. David quickly turned his initial fear of discovering case law and legal jargon into an appreciation for legal research and procedures. David attended law sch...2021-11-1120 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy I Moved to Dubai to Teach American Law featuring Michelle WordsIf you ever daydreamed about leaving your job, grabbing your passport, and moving to a new country, Michelle Words believes you should and will help you prepare to do so. Michelle Words lives an organic life; she believes that you make plans, plans change, you work with those new plans and see what happens. Michelle Words is an avid international traveler, business law professor, expat, and podcast host. Yet, Michelle did not embrace the thrills of travelling until she was in graduate school. Michelle obtained a Master’s degree from Clark Atlanta University, where Michelle studied finance. Then...2021-10-2833 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Filmmaking Taught Me to Advocate for Incarcerated Persons featuring Katherin HerveyIf you think having a law degree limits your creativity you haven’t met Katherin Hervey. Katherin has worked as a magazine editor, a public defender, a film enthusiast, a holistic artist, a director, and filmmaker. After studying cross-cultural communications, which was a self-designed major at the University of Washington, Katherin found that curating her own degree was her way of diving into her interests. Katherin was able to take women's studies courses, ethnicity, psychology and sociology courses which motivated Katherin to pick up a camera.Katherin Hervey attended law school at Loyola- Los Angeles and la...2021-10-1437 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy Law Associates Hate Big Law (and What Law Firms Can Do About It) featuring Frank RamosWhat do you want people to say about you at your retirement party? Frank Ramos wears multiple hats, but all of his activities and hobbies are centered around ensuring that his life is meaningful. Licensed in Florida, Frank Ramos is a litigation partner and has worked with the same law firm for 23 years. However, Frank has diverse interests which range from being an author to mentoring lawyers to being a former podcast host.Among his 18 other books, Frank is the author of a book called the Associate Whisperer. Frank is empathetic with young lawyers in a wa...2021-09-3015 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFAQs about Podcasting and Guest Bookings featuring Kyla DenanyohIn this bonus episode, podcast host Kyla Denanyoh is answering frequently asked questions from the podcast audience and social media. Questions like: Are you married to a lawyer? Is podcasting your full-time job? How do you find guests for the podcast?Kyla gets help from her best friend Lauren to ask these FAQs and Kyla gets vulnerable and shares about her life behind the microphone.You Are A Lawyer is hosted by Kyla Denanyoh. Follow the podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youarealawyer/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Yo...2021-09-1632 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Succeed as a Military Lawyer featuring Vernon W. ThomasVernon W. Thomas is a member of the U.S. Army Reserve Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG), an Orleans Parish city prosecutor, a bookworm, former East Baton Rouge Parish public defender and has experience as a solo practitioner. Yet, Vernon did not grow up with aspirations to be a lawyer. Vernon grew up watching his father, Vernon P. Thomas, a 1979 Southern University Law Center graduate, run a thriving legal practice. However, Vernon attended Dillard University with intentions to become a school teacher. After numerous discussions with his father, Vernon realized that his analytical mind might enjoy law sch...2021-09-0224 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Yoga Helps Law Students Pass the Bar Exam featuring Dana ShakerDana Shaker has an intriguing career journey. When Dana began law school, she was convinced that she wanted to work in policy and advocate for food practices. However, the three rigorous years of law school led Dana to consider other options. After taking the California bar exam twice and not passing the test, Dana listened to urging from her family and friends to take the D.C. bar exam. Not only did Dana Shaker pass the D.C. bar exam, but it made sense for Dana to be licensed where Dana had multiple relationships and career connections. This...2021-08-1928 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Energy Affects Your Work Performance as a Lawyer featuring Emily HirsekornWhat happens when two people nudge you to leave your job and you get approval from a respected colleague to do something else? Emily Hirsekorn ran with these hints for her to pursue something else and Emily has created a career of encouraging others to challenge themselves.Emily Hirsekorn was a corporate lawyer turned volunteer turned law school career coach turned energy coach. Currently, Emily Hirsekorn offers weekly or biweekly sessions in energy support to assist emerging lawyers with their careers. Emily explains that there is energy in how we show up and the things we are doi...2021-08-0535 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom Fourth-Gen Lawyer to Podcast Marketing Director featuring Alban BrookeAlban Brooke comes from a long line of lawyers; his father, grandfather, and great grandfather were lawyers. Alban’s legal journey began in construction law, where Alban worked as a runner, then helped a coworker start their own construction firm, and eventually worked as a paralegal. As an attorney, Alban practiced what he knew, which was construction law. However, Alban realized that what he thought being a problem solver, streamlining processes, and ways to make himself invaluable were not traits that he loved about being a lawyer. Those were traits of being a new(er) hire in young companies. This sp...2021-07-2227 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy Pre-Law Students Need Mentors (and Practicing Lawyers Too!) featuring Anjie VichayanondaAnjie Vichayanonda is a first generation lawyer who sought out lawyers to gain a better understanding of law school. Anjie was connected with a wonderful mentor and followed her dreams to becoming a lawyer. However, Anjie wants to make it easier for others to learn about law school and find mentors. Anjie created Leg Up Legal, which is a virtual mentorship platform to connect pre-law students to lawyers. Schools may join Leg Up Legal to provide their services to students or individuals may use the Leg Up Legal app to be connected with lawyers and learn more befo...2021-07-0816 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawSuperwoman is a Myth! Why Asking for Help Made Me a Better Lawyer featuring Krista LynnKrista Lynn wears many hats: she considers herself a “Recovering Superwoman” while Krista balances her career as a business lawyer with complex commercial transactions, and a mother. As the creator and blogger of “Recovering Superwoman,” Krista advocates for others who have faced any adversity in their lives.Recovering Superwoman is a blog that was originally started from Krista’s personal journal, where Krista discovered that there was strength in not having to do everything herself. People resonated with the vulnerability and authenticity of Krista’s, which has led to Krista being a public speaker and coach. ...2021-06-2433 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom First Gen Lawyer to Law School Administrator featuring Josue JimenezJosue Jimenez’ career is ahead of his personal schedule. Currently, Josue is the Assistant Director of Admissions, Josue travels the country to meet law students, attend law school fairs, gives tours of the law school, advocates for law students, reviews student applications, and prepares various training materials to further the reach of Campbell Law.However, Josue’s path to school administration began as a child when Josue knew that he wanted to be a lawyer. As a child, Josue was passionate about helping others and staying involved in his community; a trait that was instilled in him from h...2021-06-1029 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom Lawyer and Hobbyist to Full-Time Sculptor featuring Nathan SawayaNathan Sawaya was a corporate lawyer for five years and spent his evenings working with clay, paints, and other materials to release his creativity. Eventually, Nathan picked up LEGO®-brand bricks and created an apple, then other items in his apartment and finally a sculpture. Nathan’s talent with these bricks led Nathan to create a website to display his artwork. After his website, Brick Artist, crashed from too many visits, Nathan stopped practicing law to become an artist full time. Nathan Sawaya’s sculptures have been displayed in many art museums, Nathan has created LEGO Oscars® statues fo...2021-05-2716 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Big Law is Failing New Parents (And Why It Matters) featuring Lori Mihalich-LevinLori Mihalich-Levin believes that parenthood can make a person a better employee. Parenting entails time management, project management, multitasking, prioritizing and budgeting, to name a few things. When Lori was on maternity leave from her role as a medical reimbursement attorney, Lori created Mindful Return out of sheer desperation. After being unable to find resources to assist a parent into being a new parent and this change in their identity, Lori created the program to assist the new parent with this transition. Employers are able to offer the program to their employees as a benefit when they are...2021-05-1323 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy I Went Back to Nursing After Becoming a Lawyer featuring Irnise WilliamsIrnise Williams is a registered nurse, travel nurse, and practicing attorney. Originally from Connecticut, Irnise attended Howard University for her undergraduate degree and nursing school, then worked as a trauma nurse. Irnise was inspired to become a nurse after multiple positive interactions between the nurses who cared for her grandparents nurses and seeing what an impact those nurses made. After living in Washington D.C. while the Affordable Care Act was being drafted and discussed, D.C. was abuzz with all things healthcare policy and Irnise could not look the other way. With he...2021-04-2934 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawVirtual Legal Internships are Changing Everything featuring Reza YassiReza Yassi wants you to change the way you think about hiring and legal internships. His company, Attornneed, connects law firms and law students with assignment-based, virtual internships. As a 2L, Reza was contacted by a friend from law school and asked to complete a research assignment. Reza took the idea and used it in the Hofstra Venture Capitalist Challenge and found that Attornneed was a viable idea. In his 3L year, Reza had friends and classmates join Attornneed and get connected with virtual internships of at least eight hours. Small and mid-sized law firms loved...2021-04-1518 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Divorce in a Better Way featuring Susan GuthrieSusan Guthrie was a freshman in college when she was involved in an accident that caused her to think differently about the legal process. The lawsuit that was filed from the accident, was filed because of the accident, and Susan’s experiences with a lawyer caused Susan to find out the behind the curtain information about the law and why certain actions are taken, questions are asked, and why lawsuits have so much ceremony and procedure. After law school, Susan began working with a law office and shadowing a lot of different lawyers. Susan found out that famil...2021-04-0132 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Find a Black Legal Specialist (and Justis Connection) featuring Kisha BrownAfter being asked repeatedly if she knew a lawyer who did this, that or the other thing, Kisha Brown created Justis Connection to make it easier for Black lawyers to find clients and share their services with the community. Finding that Black lawyers had to work twice as hard to build a book of business, whether the lawyer was in an established firm or private practice, Kisha solved the problem of how to refer lawyers to the community. Justis Connection is a digital greenbook of lawyers. After Kisha Brown worked at Cravath, Swain and Moore as a par...2021-03-1827 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Succeed as a Clothing Designer and Lawyer featuring Robert UyRobert Uy is a immigration and family law, domestic violence and human trafficking law. This Filipino descendant grew up with intentions to become a lawyer, doctor, accountant or engineer; these were the only career options that his parents and grandparents allowed him to entertain. So it was rebellious when Robert decided to change from his pre-med college major into a history major who took an Asian-american studies course. After participating with the Asian American Legal Center and Asian Pacific American Legal Development Program, Robert knew that he needed to advocate for others and believes that immigration law is...2021-03-0426 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawProsecutors Are Misunderstood. Why Justice is my Client featuring Brianna HermanOriginally from Houston, Texas, Brianna Herman moved around to Tennessee and Austin for school, but found her way back to Houston to serve her community. While at Fisk University, Brianna worked in various public service roles which ultimately caused her to pursue law instead her original interest in business.Brianna has spent her life chasing a spark. A spark to do more with her life, a spark to advocate for justice, a spark to do more. That spark led Brianna to study abroad in China before which led her to learn more about herself. The spark also le...2021-02-1817 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom TV Executive to Podcast Lawyer featuring Gordon FiremarkAfter being exposed to live theater at the age of five, Gordon Firemark continued to be impressed by theater, but he wasn’t an actor. Gordon worked on various theater productions while in high school and later was a television producer for a sports media network, before becoming a theater producer. Gordon credits law school for the business acumen and better understanding about financing and contracts. Gordon Firemark is the author of the book, Podcast, Blog and New Media Producers Legal Survivor’s Guide.Gordon Firemark is licensed in California. Connect with Gordon Firemark on Facebook...2021-02-0418 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law2020 Recap - BONUS Episode 1In this episode, Kyla Denanyoh thanks the audience for listening to the podcast and taking a chance with a niche subject matter. Kyla builds anticipation for Season Two of the You Are A Lawyer podcast which begins on February 4, 2021.Get alerts when new episodes are released by visiting the podcast website, youarealawyer.com, and joining the mailing list. Follow the podcast on Instagram @youarealawyer, on Twitter @YouAreA_Lawyer, and follow the LinkedIn business page called "You Are A Lawyer."2020-12-1002 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawI Hated Law School But Love Being a Lawyer featuring Kyle ShermanKyle Sherman attended law school because he enjoyed undergraduate school and wasn’t ready to leave academia. However, Kyle quickly realized that he hated law school. After a conversation with his mother, Kyle understood that he did not have to formally practice law with his law degree. This pivotal moment propelled Kyle through law school and into his own firm. Tired of being a good lawyer and motivated to become a great lawyer, Kyle enrolled in the Gerry Spence Trial College… when he applied for the second time. Attending the trial college inspired Kyle to become a trainer w...2020-11-2626 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy Unhappiness is a Puzzle and How Lawyers Can Solve it feat. Becky MorrisonAfter working in entrepreneurial finance and Big Law for more than 20 years, Becky Morrison asked herself what would make her truly happy. Becky worked as a litigator, before moving into a management role where she oversaw attorneys, litigation support staff and non-attorneys professionals. This role reminded Becky that she really enjoyed managing people. During a time of transition, Becky worked with a career coach to narrow down her interests. Her experiences with this coach motivated Becky to become an executive coach. Becky is adamant that coaching is not being a therapist, but analyzing in a similar way tha...2020-11-1217 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawI Quit My Job to Take the Bar Exam (and Passed!) featuring Jay ColemanJay Coleman initially attended law school to become a prosecutor. However after law school, Jay moved to Maryland to work with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Jay’s interest in policy caused him to seek a career in advocacy and he moved back to his home state. While deciding whether to take the bar exam again, Jay started a business, ColeScript Editing Services. Through ColeScript, Jay utilizes his love of grammar to edit resumes, papers, write biographies, and offer tutoring services.Jay decided to take the bar exam...2020-10-2919 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawWhy a Fashion Student Became a Brand Protection Lawyer featuring Anna RadkeA native of Poland, Anna Radke moved to the States to become a fashion expert and take her knowledge back to Poland. Anna graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.) with a major in Fashion Merchandising Management and Anna’s interest in becoming an attorney was piqued by a F.I.T. professor. Anna used law school to practice English and perfect her writing, while taking courses in fashion law and fashion legal drafting. Anna also earned a Master of Laws (LLM) from Cornell and completed coursework in topics like technology transactions, internet law, and...2020-10-1510 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom Family Lawyer to Beauty Brand Founder featuring Erin Potempa-WallErin Potempa-Wall is passionate about understanding the other side of an argument and situation. This passion led Erin to advocating for children, against evictions and was creating a vegan and cruelty free beauty brand. With an educational background in philosophy, Erin practiced law as a prosecutor and opened a law firm with a classmate. All of this prepared Erin for the challenge of creating The Beachwaver Co. and B. Bungalow companies, which Erin cofounded with her two sisters. The Beachwaver Co. has a line of styling tools and hair care products which has become an entire platform. B...2020-10-0119 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawAn Argument For Doc Review! Why Repetitive Work is Great Training for Lawyers featuring Ruth JeremiahRuth Jeremiah was originally interested in public interest law. However, her career trajectory did not progress as she planned and Ruth found herself working in document review for six years. Although Ruth did not enjoy every aspect of document review (and later e-discovery work), these experiences taught Ruth patience. Growing up, Ruth enjoyed watching “Law & Order” and at the age of eleven, Ruth knew that she wanted to be a lawyer. Although Ruth was interested in advocacy, legal aid, and immigration matters, Ruth had to fight to find a career that she would enjoy in Dallas. Current...2020-09-1713 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow Thrift Shopping Created a Legalprenuer featuring Andrea SagerAndrea Sager moves at her own pace. The day after graduating from college, Andrea became an Army officer and was married. After thrift shopping with her husband, Andrea turned this relatively small act into a thriving Poshmark store then her own clothing website, and ultimately, a physical retail store. In law school, between studying, giving keynote speeches at Poshmark conferences, and living as a new mother and wife, Andrea would fly to California to buy wholesale merchandise for her clothing store. After passing the bar exam and participating in the minutiae of being a new associate, Andrea deci...2020-09-0313 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow to Survive Law School (and the Bar Exam) featuring Neena SpeerFearful of breaking her word to her mentee, Neena Speer created ‘Step 1-2-3: Mentor for Life Initiative’ to ensure that she could continue mentoring with the same child. Neena is a strong advocate of maintaining mentorship relationships because continuity is integral in a child’s life and Neena did not want to break her word. Neena welcomes listeners to start their own branch of the Step 1-2-3 program in their community.Neena’s childhood inspired her to attend law school because she distinctly remembers disparities in busing different students in her neighborhood to various school districts...2020-08-2028 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawDeshani Senewiratne - Education Advocate and LawyerDeshani Senewiratne does not believe in linear learning for students or linear decision making. Working as a federal judicial clerk, Deshani is observing the practice of law and helping other students gain access to graduate and law school through her company, GradAcheive. With GradAcheive, members receive individualized course plans, study schedules and mentor relationships are offered between students and professionals, lawyers and judges. Born in Sri Lanka, Deshani discusses how being curious in life has led her to live in Chicago, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, and Irvine, California. Her employment experiences range from working in “think tanks,” spending two years wi...2020-08-0622 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawFrom Repeat Bar Taker to Political Campaign Strategist featuring Yladrea DrummondYladrea Drummond has found her legal education to be a great asset in the political arena. Yladrea was the Deputy National Training Director for the 2020 Tom Steyer Presidential Campaign, where she trained campaign staff to organize and activate communities. Currently working with DigiDems, Yladrea focuses on finding innovative ways to include technology in political campaigns, as the current pandemic means that we must look beyond phone banking and physically knocking on doors to reach with voters.Yladrea is the founder of Capital Strategies, an organization that focuses on financial compliance with political campaigns and nonprofit organizations and mi...2020-07-2325 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawThis Movable Law Office Brings Lawyers to Your Door featuring Yale SpectorYale Spector is a solo practitioner and operator of the L.A.W. Truck. Yale spent a number of years working in civil litigation with medical malpractice and negligence claims, where he observed and learned how to open his own practice. After being a solo practitioner for nine years, Yale decided to make law accessible to various people in Baltimore and Washington D.C. by creating a mobile law office. Created with the intention of meeting people in their communities, the L.A.W. Truck literally provides “Legal Assistance on Wheels.” Yale makes himself and the truck availab...2020-07-0915 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawHow To Attend Law School for FREE featuring Jasmin RobinsonJasmin Robinson, or Attorney Jas, is the creator of the Jas Talks Law brand. Through her company and website, Jas Talks Law, advocates for cultural diversity in the legal field, hosts legal webinars, and produces content for social media and YouTube, all focused on promoting admission and success in law school. Attorney Jas’ goal is to bring awareness to the fact that 5% of all lawyers are black. Attorney Jas is licensed in the state of Georgia. Attorney Jas has assisted law students in obtained more than two million dollars in scholarship money and is the author of the fo...2020-06-2518 minYou Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in LawAshley Roy - Executive Business Partner and LawyerAshley Roy is the executive business partner with the International Code Council (ICC), where she works on nationwide projects related to building compliance, recognizing essential workers, and identifying programs that are relevant during the pandemic. Ashley is a licensed attorney in the state of Alabama.Ashley originally entered law school with intentions of becoming an in-house attorney. As the executive business partner, Ashley merges her leadership skills from law school with her in-house interest to work closely with the ICC general counsel during board decisions, senior management decisions and projects.You may follow Ashley Roy on...2020-05-2818 min